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Protect Your Pets During Fireworks Displays

June 23, 2025 at 4:12 pm
While the legal use of fireworks is enjoyable to humans, it is terrifying to pets. Pets can become highly distressed by the noise, lights and commotion of Independence Day celebrations. Take precautions.

Top 10 Ways to Beat the Heat at Arizona Celebration of Freedom

June 19, 2025 at 2:53 pm
Beat the heat at the Willmeng Arizona Celebration of Freedom on July 4

Naturalization Ceremony is Key Part of Arizona Celebration of Freedom

June 12, 2025 at 3:14 pm
Mesa will welcome up to 100 new U.S. citizens on July 4 during a naturalization ceremony as part of the Willmeng Arizona Celebration of Freedom

Mesa Asks You to be Monsoon Ready

June 10, 2025 at 1:54 pm
Mesa is reminding you to be monsoon ready to stay safe during summer storms. Details at mesaaz.gov/storm

Mesa Police Department Uses Versaterm CommunityConnect to Enhance Citizen Communications

June 9, 2025 at 10:37 am
Anyone calling 911 or the non-emergency phone number requesting service from Mesa Police will now receive an automated text message or email from Versaterm CommunityConnect confirming the call for service and providing status updates

Bike to Books Contest in Mesa

June 9, 2025 at 9:13 am
Mesa invites pre-kindergarten to 12th grade students to participate in the Bike to Books design contest, The deadline to submit artwork is July 31

ICYMI - Mesa Ranked as Best Run City in Arizona

June 5, 2025 at 1:36 pm
Mesa has been named as the Best Run City in Arizona and one of the best run in the U.S. according to WalletHub

Entertainment and Patriotic Programs Set for Willmeng Arizona Celebration of Freedom

June 5, 2025 at 1:10 pm
The Willmeng Arizona Celebration of Freedom is July 4 from 6pm to 10pm at the Mesa Convention Center. The patriotic and entertainment programs are set. Details at azcelebrationoffreedom.com

City Manager Scott Butler Appoints Dan Butler as New Mesa Police Chief

June 4, 2025 at 6:19 am
City Manager Scott Butler has appointed Dan Butler as the new Chief of Police for the Mesa Police Department, effective July 1.

Scott Butler Officially Sworn in as Mesa City Manager

June 3, 2025 at 8:08 am
Scott Butler has officially been sworn in as Mesa City Manager. He emphasized fiscal discipline, innovation and public safety in his first address to City Council

Mesa Budget Advances Historic Investments in Police, Fire and Core Services

June 2, 2025 at 9:12 pm
Mesa City Council makes a major investment in both public safety and core services with approval of a $2.79 billion budget for the 2025/2026 fiscal year

Mesa Police Headquarters Getting Major Renovations

June 2, 2025 at 1:10 pm
Mesa Police Headquarters, 130 N. Robson, is undergoing a massive renovation over the next 20 months that will benefit employees and the community. More info at MesaNow.org

Sign Up for Mesa Library Summer Reading Program

May 28, 2025 at 9:18 am
Mesa Public Library invites you to sign up for the Summer Reading Program June 1 through Aug. 1. The program encourages people of all ages to read at least 20 minutes a day

Mesa Parks, Recreation and Communities Facilities Renews Certified Autism Center™ Designation, Continues Enhancing Accessibility

May 22, 2025 at 5:20 pm
Mesa Parks and Recreation has been renewed as a Certified Autism Center by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards. It was the first such organization to receive the certification in 2019